Piprapadrupur - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Piprapadrupur is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Piprapadrupur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprapadrupur is 177488. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.24 hectares and falls under the 272152 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Piprapadrupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piprapadrupur
According to the 2011 Census, Piprapadrupur village had a total population of 1,282 people, including 668 males and 614 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.84%, with male literacy at 70.82% and female literacy at 52.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,282 | 668 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 130 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 640 | 381 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 642 | 287 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Piprapadrupur
Piprapadrupur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sihawal | North-West | 0.82 km |
| Aurehia | North-East | 1.02 km |
| Bardand | West | 1.06 km |
| Sonkhari | North | 1.15 km |
| Fatepur | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Darwar Bhat | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Rithia | East | 1.62 km |
| Moojdih | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Bhawpur | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Pipra Shukul | North-East | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piprapadrupur
Piprapadrupur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Uska Bazar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Piprapadrupur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Piprapadrupur is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprapadrupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprapadrupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piprapadrupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprapadrupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piprapadrupur
Where is Piprapadrupur located?
Piprapadrupur village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piprapadrupur?
Piprapadrupur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piprapadrupur?
The pincode of Piprapadrupur is 272152.
What is the population of Piprapadrupur?
Piprapadrupur had a total population of 1,282, including 668 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Piprapadrupur?
Piprapadrupur had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piprapadrupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprapadrupur was 61.84%. Male literacy was 70.82% and female literacy was 52.11%.